Swimming is a healthy sports and it is suitable for people of all ages, it also offers therapeutic effect to those who have spinal or back
injuries. Aqua Therapy is gaining popularity as it can improve the heart and stamina. Therefore, it is beneficial if the elderly or handicapped
people are able to get into the waters for these useful treatments. However, as most public or private swimming pools are not easily accessible
for the handicapped, extra lifting equipments have to be available to help in this transfer between land and water. In these cases, the
Swimming Pool Lifts for the handicapped and disabled will certainly come in handy. This is another new addition to our store which is constantly
looking to improve and expand our portfolio of lifting systems to aid the elderly and disabled.
Swimming is a healthy sports and it is suitable for people of all ages, it also offers therapeutic effect to those who have spinal or back injuries. Aqua Therapy is gaining popularity as it can improve the heart and stamina. Therefore, it is beneficial if the elderly or handicapped people are able to get into the waters for these useful treatments. However, as most public or private swimming pools are not easily accessible for the handicapped, extra lifting equipments have to be available to help in this transfer between land and water. In these cases, the Swimming Pool Lifts for the Handicapped and Disabled will certainly come in handy. This is another new addition to our store which is constantly looking to improve and expand our portfolio of lifting systems to aid the elderly and disabled. It is also suitable for kids and adults who have mobility problems.
Benefits of Swimming Pool Lifts
The Pool Lifts can come in either the stationary or mobile mode. The Stationary versions are installed permanently by the side of the swimming pool. Users will need to get in to the sling seat from one side and the lift will rotate the user out to the water. The sling is made from 100 percent polyester mesh material which is durable and waterproof. When the user is above the water, he will be lowered slowly into the pool where he can alight from the sling and swim freely. The mobile or portable editions are more flexible as it can be moved around easily and can be kept when not in use.
Safety Considerations
All devices are industry certified safe before being put on sale. The major swimming pool floor lift manufacturers have to adhere to strict safety regulations. The high safety standards resulted in equipments that are very strong and reliable. One such device can carry users as heavy as 230 kg. The seats are fitted with armrests and lap belts to ensure users are secured during movements. The entire structure is made of steel for strength and outdoor durability.
Operating manual for Swimming Pool Lift
Though the Pool Lift is a simple system to operate, we advise that there is always an assistant for the user. They can be lifeguards or family members. The assistant should ensure that the user is securely in position before operating the controls of the lift. Basic buttons include the Up and Down and Rotate functions. Newer lifts have seats that can turn a full 360 degrees. Operating manuals can be downloaded from the manufacturers’ website.
The Pool Lifts can come in either the stationary or mobile mode. The Stationary versions are installed permanently by the side of the swimming pool. Users will need to get in to the sling seat from one side and the lift will rotate the user out to the water. The sling is made from 100 percent polyester mesh material which is durable and waterproof. When the user is above the water, he will be lowered slowly into the pool where he can alight from the sling and swim freely. The mobile or portable editions are more flexible as it can be moved around easily and can be kept when not in use.
